Hoi An old town. What interesting things can you see in Hoi An? When is the season? When is the best time to go

A real attraction in the center of the country is the city of Hoi An, an open-air museum. Its popularity is constantly growing due to its unique atmosphere, which allows you to travel back in time. In 1999, UNESCO declared it a heritage of humanity.

The city is located on the banks of the Thu Bon River and has rich architecture. Hoi An's history is changeable. In the 15th century the city was an important port where ships from all over Asia arrived. Fay Fo, as the city was then called, was founded in 1602 by Governor Nguyen Phuoc Nguyen. For 200 years the city remained a major trading center. High-quality silk, paper, porcelain, tea, sugar, spices, elephant tusks, and lead were transported through it. At a busy trade crossroads, settlements with offices and warehouses of Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish and French merchants arose.

But in late XVII I century the city gradually fell into decay. This was facilitated by silting of the river. Big ships could no longer enter the port, and this saved Hoi An during the French and American Wars, while the city of Hue suffered greatly.

Modern Hoi An is very popular among tourists; narrow winding streets, on both sides of which there are countless shops, cozy shopping shops, breathing antiquity and bursting with antiques, pagodas and Buddhist temples, junks and sailing ships - all this creates a unique flavor of the ancient port city. Old Quarter is a pedestrian street on which many palaces, pagodas and remains of military fortifications have been preserved.

The architecture of the city is clearly dominated by Chinese notes in the form of one-story houses with tiled roofs and narrow streets. Some buildings have completely retained their original, original appearance. All houses are built from rare wood and decorated with lacquered trims and panels with carved Chinese characters. Here you can see a 10th-century Japanese covered bridge, black and gold houses of Chinese merchant guilds and streets reminiscent of the European Mediterranean.

Hoi An is famous for tailors as well as silk fabrics. In the old town, you will see sewing workshops on every corner. The fabric market is amazing. Prices here are significantly lower than in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, and the quality of goods is excellent. You can choose any style from the catalog and the next day you will receive a magnificent outfit that will be tailored to your figure. Shoes are also made here. Numerous shops sell silk lanterns, carved woodwork, ceramics and embroidery.

CLIMATE

The climate is tropical, with two distinct rainy (December–February) and dry (May–October) periods. The average annual temperature is between +28 and +29° C.

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ATTRACTIONS

Architecture

There are currently 844 officially recognized buildings of historical significance in Hoi An. These buildings are divided into 9 types:

Houses and shops

Family chapels for prayers to ancestors

Vietnamese and Chinese temples

• Public buildings

  Meeting halls of various Chinese communities

  Graves (Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese; no authentic European graves survive)

Many of Hoi An's older buildings have features of traditional architecture that are rarely seen today. For hundreds of years, the façade of some shops (which are open during the day) has been shuttered at night by inserting planks horizontally into recesses made in the columns that support the roof. Some house roofs are made of thousands of red "Yin and Yang" tiles, so called because of the alternating rows of concave and convex sides of the tiles bonded together. During the rainy season, the lichens and mosses on the tiles come to life, turning the roofs a bright green.

Many buildings in Hoi An have round wooden pillars above the doorway with a Yin and Yang symbol in the middle, shaped like a spiral. These “wary eyes” (mat kua) are believed to protect the occupants of the house from harm.

Every year during the rainy season, Hoi An faces the problem of flooding, especially near the coastline. The biggest flood Hoi An has ever known occurred in 1964, when water reached the ceiling beams.

Hoi An's historic buildings are being gradually restored and significant efforts are being made to preserve the unique character of the city. Local authorities are now considering how to do this - old buildings must be licensed to carry out restoration work, which must be done carefully. The government determines the historical significance of buildings - there are currently four categories of certification.

Assistance to local authorities in the historical preservation of the city is provided by the Institute of Archeology in Hanoi, the Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association and specialists from Europe and Japan. Old part Hoi An is now closed to vehicles - a first for Vietnam.

To get into some of the historic buildings. The ticket entitles you to four major attractions, which you select from the list on the ticket. If you are not satisfied with four attractions, then you must buy another ticket.

Many of the house owners also set their own entrance fee for the guided tour, but you can negotiate. The government allows this, believing that these funds will be used to renovate houses, and not to buy televisions and new motorcycles.

Japanese covered bridge

The Japanese covered bridge (Cou Nhat Ban or Lai Vien Kieu) connects 155 Tran Phu Street and 1 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. The first bridge on this site was built in 1593 by the Japanese community of Hoi An to link it with the neighboring Chinatowns, located on the other side of the river. The bridge was covered with a roof, which served as protection from rain and sun.

The Japanese covered bridge is built very solidly, apparently because its first builders were afraid of earthquakes, which are common in Japan. Over the centuries, the bridge's decorations remained relatively unchanged, reflecting the Japanese desire for restraint, which contrasts strongly with the Vietnamese and Chinese penchant for fantastic decorations. The French straightened the highway to make it easier to drive their cars, but the original arched shape was restored during a major restoration in 1986.

A small temple, Chua Kou, is built on the north side of the bridge. On its door is written the name given to the bridge in 1719 to replace the previous one - Japanese Bridge. The bridge's new name, Lai Vien Kieu (Bridge for Passers-by from Afar), never caught on.

According to legend, once upon a time there lived on earth a huge monster named Ku, whose head was in India, tail in Japan, and body in Vietnam. Every time the monster moved, terrible disasters - floods and earthquakes - shook Vietnam. And this bridge was built on the monster's weakest point - as they say, his "Achilles' heel" in order to kill him. However, the people in Hoi An took a little pity on the slain monster and built this temple to pray for his soul.

The two entrances to the bridge are guarded by a pair of monkeys on one side and a pair of dogs on the other. According to one legend, these animals were highly revered because... Many of Japan's emperors were born in the year of the dog and monkey. Another legend says that the construction of the bridge began in the year of the monkey and was completed in the year of the dog.

The stele contains the names of the Vietnamese and Chinese who gave money for the subsequent restoration of the bridge, written in Chinese characters (chy nyo); the Vietnamese writing nom was not yet popular in these places.

Assembly Halls

The Assembly Hall of the Cantonese Chinese Community, built in 1786, is located on the street. 176 Chang Fu Street and is open daily from 6 to 7.30 am and from 1 to 5.30 pm. The main altar is dedicated to Kuang Kong (in Chinese, Guangong). Pay attention to the “fans” with long copper handles standing on both sides of the altar. The lintel and door jambs of the main entrance, as well as many of the columns that support the roof, are made of solid granite blocks. Other columns are carved from durable wood breadfruit. The wooden beams supporting the roof in front of the main entrance have interesting carvings.

Meeting Hall of All Chinese Communities

The Assembly Hall of All Chinese Communities (Chua Ba), built in 1773, was used by all five Chinese communities in Hoi An - Fujian, Cantonese, Hainan, Chaozhou and Hakka. The pavilions of the main courtyard include 19th century French elements.

The main entrance is on the street. Chang Fu, opposite the street. Hoang Van Thu, but the only way to get there today is through the back side on the street. Fan Tu Chin, 31.

Fujian Chinese Community Assembly Hall

The Fujian Chinese Community Assembly Hall was built to hold community meetings. It was later converted into a temple for prayers to Thien Hou, the Goddess of the Sea and Patroness of fishermen and sailors born in Fujian. The complex's triple gates were built in 1975.

Fresco near the entrance main hall on the right wall is Thien Hou walking along a lantern-lit path through a stormy sea to save a sinking ship. On the wall opposite is a mural depicting the heads of the six Fujian families who fled China to Hoi An in the 17th century after the fall of the Ming Dynasty in China.

In the penultimate room there is a statue of Thien Hou. On one side at the entrance to the hall stands the red-skinned Thuan Phong Ni, who can hear at a great distance, and on the other, the green-skinned Thien Ly Nhan, who can see 1000 miles. When they see or hear sailors in distress, they report it to Thien Hou, and then she comes to the rescue. A replica of the Chinese boat is located on the right wall in 1:20 scale. The four triple beams supporting the roof represent a typically Japanese style.

On the central altar in the last hall are figures of the heads of six Fujian families. The smaller figures below represent their successor clan leaders. Under a glass cover 30 cm high there is a figurine of Huu Chac, a Vietnamese doctor known both in Vietnam and China for his talent.

To the left behind the altar is the God of Prosperity. On the right are three fairies and smaller figures representing 12 "midwives" (ba mu), each of whom teaches the newborn a different skill needed during the first year of life: smiling, sucking, lying on his stomach, etc. Childless couples often come here to pray for children. The three groups of figures in this room symbolize what is most important in life: ancestors, children and economic well-being.

The middle altar in the hall to the right of the courtyard is intended to commemorate the deceased leaders of the Fujian community. Lists of donors hang on both sides - women on the left and men on the right. The wall panels depict the four seasons.

The Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Community, located opposite building 35 on the street. Chang Fu, open from 7.30 to noon and from 14 to 17.30. It is quite well lit and can be visited after dark. Shoes must be removed on the site right at the entrance.

Hainan Chinese Community Assembly Hall

The Hainan Chinese Community Assembly Hall was built in 1883 to commemorate the 108 merchants from Hainan Island in southern China who were mistaken for pirates and executed in Quang Nam Province during the reign of Emperor Tu Duc (reigned 1848-83). There are memorial plaques in their memory on an elaborate dais. In front of the central altar is a beautiful gilded wood carving of life in the Chinese court.

The Hainan Community Hall is located at the east end of the street. Chang Fu, on the corner of the street. Hoang Dieu.

Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Community

The Chauzhou Chinese in Hoi An built their meeting hall in 1776. There are several examples of amazing wood carvings on the beams, walls and altar. On the door in front of the altar is a carving of two Chinese girls with their hair braided in the Japanese style.

The Assembly Hall of the Chaozhou Chinese Community is located on the street. Nguyen Duy Hieu, 157 (at the corner of Hoang Gieu Street).

Ruins of Michonne

Not far from Hoi An is Michon - former capital Cham Empire. Included in UNESCO's World Heritage List, the Cham sanctuaries are located 40 km southwest of Hoi An at the foot of Mount Michon. Archaeologists claim that it dates back to the 4th century. The rulers of the Cham kingdom were buried. Nearby was the capital of the kingdom, Simhapura. Most of the monuments that can be seen belong to the period of the 7th-8th centuries. Each ruler wanted to build his own temple. Today there are about 70 of them. It was believed that gods and god-kings lived in these places. Each had servants, priests and dancers. During their reign, the kings built new temples or restored old ones, and made sacrifices to one of the gods.

The ruins of Michonne were discovered by the French in 1889. The jungle almost completely hid the ancient ruins. The most amazing thing about Cham buildings is the greatest level of skill of the ancient builders. Instead of lime mortar, they used a resinous substance mixed with crushed shells and crushed bricks. As a result, the bricks fit together so tightly that there were practically no seams left.

HOW TO GET THERE

Ho Chi Minh City - 1 hour 10 minutes, Hanoi - 1 hour 10 minutes, Nha Trang 1 hour,

Hue - 311 km

Da Nang – 30 km

Danang Airport – 45 min drive

Let's face it - Hoi An with its restored old houses, hundreds of shops and temples - most interesting place! Now protected by UNESCO, once the main Vietnamese shopping mall silk, porcelain, pepper, cinnamon and medicinal plants, Hoi An is a wonderful and unusual city. And here are the attractions you can find here:

Hoi An Old Town

Traces of Hoi An's thriving 16th- and 17th-century southeast Asian trading port are today concentrated in the Old Town, an open-air museum whose architecture is a unique blend of East and West. The area's architectural heritage includes Chinese temples, a Japanese bridge, pagodas, wooden houses, French colonial houses and old canals. Although the large-scale trading activities have long since moved to another location, this part is still of great interest.

Two facts about Hoi An Old Town are that it is very small, so you can easily get around it on foot, and the traffic is quite adequate compared to other larger cities in Vietnam.
Some streets of the Old Town are only allowed to be traveled on foot, by bicycle or motorcycle, while others are only allowed on foot. These factors make the Old City even more attractive to most travelers, especially those coming from frenetic Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi.

Many of the buildings in the Old Town were built over a hundred years ago and are “very Chinese”. Particularly charming are the wooden signs with the names of shops and hotels, with gilded Chinese characters - this reflects the fact that quite a lot of Chinese have lived in Hoi An since ancient times. Traditions are still alive in the Old Town.
Even though many old shops have been converted into modern boutiques for tourists, including countless tailor shops, souvenir shops, art galleries, restaurants and cafes, they have all been remodeled very carefully in a way that retains the spirit of yesteryear.

Hoi An Riverside

The coastal strip of Hoi An (Riverside) is very beautiful, especially at night as it is lit with quaint old-fashioned lanterns, making the area atmospheric and very romantic.
Of all the east-west streets in Old Town, Riverside is the busiest. The traditional buildings and shops of this avenue have welcomed foreign merchants since the days when the city was known as Hai Pho ("seaside town"). Currently, the street only welcomes tourists. Riverside's architecture seems to be untouched by time - buildings up to 200 years old and a wonderful mixture of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and colonial styles. Those who would like to see the oldest buildings should go further inland, where they can find, for example, a 15th century pagoda.

Michon Sanctuary (Mỹ Sơn)

Michonne is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This is a great example of architecture ancient civilization Champa (or Champa), which once occupied the territory of the central and southern part of Vietnam.

Michonne is a complex that was a political center and a royal burial ground. The complex consisted of more than 70 buildings dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses (for example, Shiva, the patron deity of the kings of Champa). Michon's buildings are made of red brick and sandstone, everything is very skillful and delicate - just a miracle! Like many historical places throughout the world, Michonne was destroyed by time and wars and was forgotten for many years, until it was remembered and restored by the French in 1898. Unfortunately, one of the last wars caused great damage to the complex - the Americans bombed this area, because they knew that the Viet Cong were hiding there (they, poor things, believed that the enemies would not encroach on the holy places, but no!)

However, most of the central complex has survived, and the destroyed parts have already been restored.

Overall, this sanctuary is reminiscent of other similar sites in Southeast Asia, such as Angkor Wat in Cambodia. You should definitely visit Michonne and touch the history. The temple complex is open all year round. Best time To visit - early in the morning, before it gets too hot and before there are crowds.

Location: in a valley in Duy Tan, Duy Xuyen district, Quang Nam province (about 40 km from Hoi An)

Hoi An Central Market

With the wafting aroma of herbs and spices and the vibrant colors of Vietnamese silk, this market is definitely a sight to behold. Prices here are, however, inflated, especially at the kiosks closer to the entrance, so make your way deeper into the bazaar to make the best purchase.

The market sells a lot of food: spices, exotic fresh fruits and vegetables, a huge selection of fresh fish.
The market is famous for its tailors, who can sew you a suit very quickly, in less than a day. Souvenir shops and shops of local hunters and artisans - all this is also here. The market is open throughout the day, but it is better to come in the morning. They start selling fish around 7:00, as fishermen just bring their catch - an opportunity to buy the freshest fish. Wear closed shoes to the market as the market floor is often wet and sticky, especially if you visit the fish section.
And sometimes it smells just disgusting here (especially where they sell meat), but, nevertheless, it’s quite a sight! Well, yes, be prepared to bargain. The first price named by the merchant will definitely be inflated, and specifically so. Do we need it? We bargain until we lose our pulse, otherwise we’ll leave all the money there!

Location: on Nguyen Hue and Tran Phu streets, on the banks of the Thu Bon River

Hoi An Museum of History & Culture

Most of the museum's objects date from the 16th to 18th centuries, although exhibits represent historical and cultural events before and after those turbulent trading years. The museum contains a collection of ceramics and historical photographs and drawings, and a number of Cham artifacts, including bronze temple bells and gongs.

The museum is located in the picturesque Quan Am Pagoda, one of the oldest in Vietnam (it was built in 1653). Overall, the museum's relics cover 2,000 years of Hoi An's history.
The museum also offers interesting information heritage of this region, including here you will learn more about traditional funeral rites (and look at very old tombs). Some exhibits have explanations in English, but not very detailed, so it would be wise to bring your own guidebook.

Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00

Location: 7 Nguyen Hue

Traveling around Vietnam on our own, we spent a couple of days in the very interesting town of Hoi An. This city belongs to the Vietnamese province of Quang Nam. It is located in the central part of Vietnam, not far from a large resort town Danang. Hoi An is located on the coast of the South China Sea, so it is suitable for a beach holiday. But I wouldn’t consider Hoi An just for the coast. It is interesting in a completely different way - for its sights and atmosphere!

Hoi An is under the protection of UNESCO. More than 800 objects: churches, community houses, ancient monuments - are of historical significance. It’s not for nothing that Hoi An is called an “open-air museum.”

Hoi An Vietnam

The main and longest streets of Hoi An are Tran Hung Dao and Tran Phu. The historical part of the city is located next to Hoang Dieu Street, adjacent to the bridge to Cam Nam Island, where we chose our hotel. Central streets in certain time During the day and in the evening they are closed to traffic, which is very convenient for tourists. This area is being turned into a walking street; along these streets there are shops, restaurants, studios, etc.

Hoi An Vietnam

The best time to visit Hoi An is from March to June, as it is warm and relatively dry at this time. The rainy season begins in September, and there are even minor floods. In winter (November-January) it is quite cool here, especially for swimming. We vacationed in March 2016 - the air temperature was very comfortable, but the sea had not yet warmed up, the water was cool.

Where to stay?

Hoi An is a very small Vietnamese town that is visited daily by tourists from different countries. Therefore, you must book your hotel in advance. Hotel prices seemed a little higher than in Hanoi and Da Nang. Most likely, it is precisely because of the small size of the city and its excessive popularity among foreign tourists. By the way, in 2 days we still didn’t see the Russians. Mostly Europeans and Chinese vacation in Hoi An.

As always, we booked the hotel on booking.com, based on the location and reviews of tourists. This time our choice fell on a small family hotel- Bonsai Homestay. It is located on Cam Nam Island, which is connected by a bridge to Hoi An City. A big advantage of the hotel is its proximity to the historical part of the city. View from the bridge leading to Cam Nam Island.

Hoi An Vietnam

Next to the bridge there is a large market where you can buy fruit. The choice of fruits is very large, you need to bargain. You can buy not only fruits at the market. Here big choice various spices, souvenirs, etc.

Hoi An: a romantic and cozy city in Vietnam with a rich history

Cam Nam Island is mostly inhabited by locals, so you can see the daily life of the Vietnamese here. Walking through the narrow streets of Cam Nam village, we looked at the gardens and houses of the local residents. Almost every garden has banana palms, jackfruit trees, and unusual flowers. In general, walking around the village is very pleasant and interesting.

Bonsai Homestay has an advantageous location if you come to Hoi An not for a beach holiday, but for exploring the main attractions. Since it is located very far from the beach, it cannot be reached on foot. We went to the beach by taxi (about 15 minutes by car - 100 dong (5 dollars)). But the hotel is very close to the historical center of Hoi An. The walk takes about 10 minutes. You can rent a bicycle at the hotel.

The hotel rooms are the same type. We booked three rooms: they were absolutely identical.

Hoi An Vietnam

The room has everything you need, we were pleased with the very high ceilings and the large size of the bathroom. Room rates at Bonsai Homestay are $27 per night, including breakfast, prepared by the owners themselves. For breakfast you can choose one of several dishes. I advise you to opt for Pho soup (Pho-Bo), the hotel prepares it perfectly.

Bonsai Homestay is a small family hotel with very nice grounds. The yard is decorated with a huge number of bonsai trees, flowering shrubs, and orchids.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

It is very pleasant to relax in the cozy courtyard, drink tea and eat fruit. There is a small pool on site, but we didn't see anyone using it. But you can sunbathe on the sun loungers next to the pool.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An has a large selection of hotels in different price categories. If you want to live near the beach and not the city center, you can choose the Viсtoria Hoi An Resort hotel. Of course, it belongs to a different price category. Room rates start from $150 per night. This hotel is located on the first line from the beach, its territory is simply surrounded by greenery and flowers.

Hoi An Vietnam

Victoria Hoi An Resort is located on one of the most popular beaches of Cua Dai. The hotel has large complex spa, which is visited by tourists from other hotels. This luxurious four-star hotel is suitable for tourists who come for comfort and tranquility. Walking past this hotel on the beach, we appreciated its beautiful grounds.

There are all sorts of unusual bikes available for rent near the hotel.

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Prices in Hoi An

Prices in Hoi An are quite affordable. A hotel room with amenities and air conditioning will cost $25-50, depending on the location and number of stars. Taxi prices are the same as in Da Nang. On average, a trip around the city will cost 80,000 dong (4-5 dollars). Prices in restaurants seemed a little higher than in Hanoi and Da Nang. Perhaps due to the fact that we chose the most popular restaurants among tourists.

We were pleased with the prices for freshly squeezed juice in roadside shops - 20,000 VND for a glass of juice. The choice of fruits for juice is huge: I advise you to definitely try guanabana juice with avocado and mango and sapodilla juice. We found a great store where we drank fresh juices several times a day. In addition, we bought a lot of interesting things there at reasonable prices. The store is located on Cam Nam Island, not far from the bridge on the right side of the road. Prices for scarves made of natural silk, leather goods and all sorts of trinkets are much lower here, since the store is located away from the center.

Hoi An is a center for leather goods sales. In stores you can purchase a wide variety of genuine leather goods: bags, purses, wallets, belts, jackets, etc. These products are produced right here in numerous workshops. Even in the stores themselves you can see how somewhere in the corner a craftsman is sewing another bag. So you can buy a handmade bag or wallet in Hoi An at every step and at very affordable prices. Leather shoes are also made in Hoi An: shoes, sandals, sandals, etc. Of course, we couldn’t resist and bought several leather items.

I have never seen so many ateliers as in Hoi An. Here on every street you can find several studios with a huge selection of fabrics. Masters promise to sew a wide variety of outfits within 24 hours. You can choose a model from the catalog, or come up with your own outfit. This pleasure will cost 20 - 150 dollars, depending on the model and fabric chosen.

Hoi An Vietnam

As in any tourist place, in Hoi An there is a huge selection of a wide variety of souvenirs: useful things for the home, beautiful jewelry, all kinds of accessories, kitchen utensils and simply bright goods without any meaning.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

It is better to buy coffee in other cities in Vietnam; here it costs much more. In Hoi An there are many departments with a wide variety of tea: green, black, pu-erh, mostly quite expensive brands. In the store you can taste the tea; they brew it in front of you according to all the rules.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Restaurants

Hoi An is becoming more and more popular every year among tourists from all over the world. Therefore, here you can find dishes for every taste: both Vietnamese and European cuisine. Many restaurants located in the historical part of the city will not leave even the most fastidious people hungry.

There are really a lot of restaurants. We were only in Hoi An for two days, so we only tried four restaurants.

One of them was near the beach. Not the best option, so I won’t advise. It is better to choose a restaurant in the central part of the city and pay attention to the number of visitors.

I really liked the Nhahang.bar restaurant.

Hoi An Vietnam

We noticed that it is very popular among tourists. And, as it turned out, it was not in vain. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very cozy: unusual paintings hang on the walls, there is a bar counter and billiards.

Hoi An Vietnam

The only negative is that we waited about half an hour for the food. Apparently the restaurant was crowded. It is interesting that the dishes are brought down on a special “elevator”, since the kitchen is located on the second floor. The dishes are beautifully presented, the portions are large enough, everything is fresh and tasty. Prices in the restaurant are average, for a European menu they can be called low.

Hoi An Vietnam

All the cafes in the central part of Hoi An are so cozy, unusual and authentic that I wanted to go to each of them.

Sights of Hoi An

Hoi An city itself is one big attraction in Vietnam. It is a small ancient town where you can find interesting architectural monuments, ancient communal houses, museums, and churches at every step. Of course, in general, the city looks very dilapidated, but this is its charm. Looking at these yellow-painted low-rise houses, ancient buildings and bridges, it’s as if you’re in another era.

Hoi An Vietnam

In the 4th century AD, Hoi An was the largest port city in Southeast Asia, it was part of the state of Champa. 60 kilometers from the city of Hoi An, the buildings of this ancient Champa people have survived to this day - the Hindu temple complex of Michon.

Hoi An served for many years as an important port and commercial center of Vietnam, where Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Dutch and other merchant ships sailed. At that time, this port was known to foreign merchants as Faifo. Foreign traders sailed to Hoi An for high quality fabrics, medicinal herbs and infusions, porcelain and lacquerware, lead and other metals, wax, etc.

Archaeologists have found fragments of ceramics in Hoi An that were made more than 2,200 years ago. They are evidence of such a long history of human development of these lands. Historians believe that these finds date back to the ancient Sa Huyin civilization of the late Iron Age.

The old city stretches along the Thu Bon River, where you can see a large number of small boats. Tourists are offered a ride along the river on one of the boats; there are several restaurant boats. The embankment is very well maintained; ancient buildings painted bright yellow give it a unique atmosphere. On both sides of the river there are cute restaurants where you can drink a freshly squeezed juice or cocktail and take a break from the heat of the day.

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The two banks are connected by an unusual bridge, which in appearance fits perfectly into the overall picture of Hoi An.

Hoi An Vietnam

To see the main attractions, you need to purchase entrance tickets. There is a certain system at work here: by buying one ticket, you can go to 5 places to choose from: these can be community houses, museums, churches, etc. The first time we walked around the city center in the evening and did not find information centers where we could buy tickets. Probably because we were tired and didn’t want to go anywhere.

You will not be able to purchase tickets at the entrance to community houses and churches; you must go to special information centers. Even crossing the ancient Japanese bridge requires a fee. But in the evening, for some reason, no one asked us for tickets, and we walked along the bridge without them.

The next day we finally found an information booth where we bought tickets. The cost of a ticket for 5 visits is 120,000 dong (5-6 dollars). They also give you a map where all the sights of the city are marked.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

One of the main attractions is the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, built

as early as 1679. It consists of halls and pagodas that were intended for meetings of representatives of the Chinese community.

Hoi An Vietnam

Here is the temple of Thien Hau, the goddess of the seas and oceans, who patronizes sailors. The entrance to the temple is decorated with Chinese lanterns. Naturally, since Hoi An was an important port city, Thien Hau Temple is very revered among the locals. In the temple, those who wish can make a wish, write it down on a piece of paper and leave it in the “wish card file.” At a certain time, the monks select several cards at random and pray for the fulfillment of these wishes.

The Chinese temple Quan Kong Temple is located in the center of the historical part of the city near the Japanese Bridge.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

The temple is very bright with a beautiful authentic facade and a cozy green courtyard. Inside the temple there is a large statue of the Taoist god of war - Guan Gong. On the walls of the temple you can see plaques with the names of the Chinese who provided financial assistance during the construction and reconstruction of the temple. Quan Kong Temple is visited by both tourists and pilgrims who perform their religious rituals here.

There are a lot of Chinese temples and communal houses in Hoi An, this is due to its history. Chinese communities still live in Hoi An.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

Of course, we did not pass by the famous landmark of Hoi An - the Japanese bridge.

Hoi An Vietnam

The first bridge on this site was built in the 16th century by the Japanese community of Hoi An. The bridge connected the Japanese part of Hoi An with the Chinese quarters, which were located on the other side of the river. Later in the 19th and 20th centuries, the bridge was reconstructed. But its original original form has been preserved.

The bridge is guarded by sculptures of a dog and a monkey. There is a legend associated with the Japanese bridge. According to ancient legend, once upon a time there lived a dragon on earth, who was called Ku. Its size was so huge that its tail was in China, its head in India, and its body in Vietnam. And this dragon brought only misfortunes: earthquakes and destruction. The Vietnamese found out the place where the dragon's body was most vulnerable and built the famous bridge at this place. After this, the dragon was defeated and the earthquakes stopped.

The first time we came to the bridge was late in the evening. It was practically not illuminated at all. Despite this, tourists crowded the bridge. We also took a walk, this time no one asked for tickets, although entering the bridge requires a ticket.

Hoi An Vietnam

The fact that it's so popular tourist town, like Hoi An, was not illuminated in the evening, we were very surprised. The time was around 8 pm. Near the bridge on the river we saw a large crowd of people. They launched flower and paper boats with lit candles along the river. It was very beautiful and romantic.

Hoi An Vietnam

As it turned out, at this time, as part of the global Earth Hour campaign, on March 19 from 20:30 to 21:30 local time, everyone turns off the lights and electrical appliances. All enterprises, shops, cafes are participating in this promotion. Locals turn off the lights in their homes. At this time, Hoi An was surprisingly quiet and beautiful. The light fell from huge amount lit candles, torches, fuel lamps. After 21:30 local time, the city was illuminated: hundreds of Chinese lanterns and lamps.

Hoi An Vietnam

Hoi An Vietnam

We read that such evenings with paper boats, candles and torches (without electricity) are held in Hoi An not only as part of a worldwide event, but every month on a certain day.

The tradition of decorating the city with Chinese lanterns of various sizes, shapes and colors has been around for several hundred years. By the way, such lanterns can also be purchased as a souvenir to take home.

In Hoi An, you can even attend special master classes on making such lanterns with your own hands.

Tourists coming to Hoi An usually visit not only city attractions, but also country attractions located in close proximity to Hoi An - Marble Caves and the ruins of Michonne. The latter are located 60 kilometers from the city. This is what remains of the ancient temple complex of the Champa people. Currently, only a small number of temples and other religious buildings have survived: most of the buildings were destroyed during the wars.

Due to limited time, we did not have time to visit the ruins of Michonne, since the tour takes half a day. They pick you up by bus in the morning and bring you back after lunch. The cost of a tour to the ruins of Michon starts from 200,000 VND per person ($10). You can go there on your own by bike. The entrance fee to the temple complex is 100,000 dong ($5). The complex is open to the public from 6:30 to 16:30.

The Marble Mountains are located between Da Nang and Hoi An. The most convenient and cheapest way to visit the Marble Mountains is on the road from one city to another. This is what we did, but I will talk about this in the next article.

Hoi An beaches

Our beach holiday Hoi An cannot be called successful. Unfortunately, we were absolutely unprepared and did not know which beach to go to in this city. We only owned general information that there are swimming beaches in Hoi An, and they are quite good. At the hotel we called a taxi and told the taxi driver to take us to the nearest beach. We drove for about 10 minutes, after which he stopped next to a coastal cafe, where we had lunch. By the way, it was absolutely tasteless. But that wasn’t what spoiled the mood. The weather and the beach itself were not at all conducive to swimming: a strong wind was blowing, there were waves, and there were even fortifications made of sacks built near the shore.

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Hoi An Vietnam

The next day we arrived at this beach early in the morning, it was completely deserted, there was no wind or waves. The water temperature, of course, is much lower than in Nha Trang, but nevertheless quite suitable for swimming. Taxi drivers are constantly on duty near this beach, so we easily got back to the hotel.

As we later learned, there are much more attractive places for swimming in Hoi An. You just had to go not to the right side of the Victoria Hoi An Resort hotel, but take a taxi to left side. There is a developed infrastructure, a wide strip of sand, and restaurants. In general, everything you need for a comfortable time at sea. So, there is a reason to return to Hoi An again!

Transport Hoi An

The easiest way to get around the city is, of course, by taxi. We took a taxi to the beach and called a seven-seater car at the reception. The cost of a trip from the historical part of the city to the beach is about 70,000 VND ($3). We also got back by taxi; there are always several cars on duty near the beach.

If you are a confident motorbike or bicycle driver, you can easily rent them here. You can rent a bike even without a license, the cost is 5-6 dollars per day. Bicycles can be rented at almost every hotel. We noticed that a lot of tourists move around the city on bicycles. But the traffic is quite busy, so we didn’t risk getting behind the wheel of a bicycle and riding in the flow of bikes and cars.

Tourists move around the historical part of the city on foot. To get around the most interesting streets, you need to spend at least two to three hours. Traffic on main streets is limited, especially in the evening. Therefore, you can safely walk along the streets and go to the shops you like.

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How to get to Hoi An from Nha Trang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City

Slip buses (these are typical Asian night buses with sleeper berths) heading to Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi call at Hoi An every day. The bus departs towards Ho Chi Minh City around 18:00. Tickets must be purchased in advance. We stayed in Hoi An for 2 days, after which we took a slip bus to Nha Trang. We got seats on an additional bus, half of which were broken. The bus drove very slowly and stopped every few hours: every time something was being repaired. Other slipbuses overtook us like a breeze!

Summing up our stay in Hoi An, I would like to note that this is one of the most comfortable cities we have visited in Vietnam.

Three to four days is enough to explore the city. During this time you can visit all the sights, plunge into the atmosphere of the ancient city, enjoy the cuisine, and sunbathe on the beach. Usually tourists do not stay here for a long time, since the town is very small. We only had two days in Hoi An, but we spent this time very interesting and eventful.

In Da Nang, at the airport counters there is information about Hoi An in Russian. Study the map, the location of attractions, beaches, hotels and feel free to hit the road.

If you are traveling on your own, keep in mind that there is no direct air connection with Hoi An; you will first have to get to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, then to Da Nang, and only then to the resort by bus, taxi, or in a pre-booked car. The distance from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Danang is almost the same: about 850 km. Choose for yourself where it would be better for you to fly first for a transfer to Da Nang.

In Da Nang, for the convenience of tourists, every hour and a half from the airport to Hoi An there is a minibus transfer, delivering for 100,000 dong to the hotel you need. There is also a cheaper bus that runs from Da Nang: it departs from the city bus station. Travel there costs 10,000 dong.

You can travel from different cities in Vietnam by night buses; they are comfortable for night trips and inexpensive. For example, travel from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An will cost 320 thousand dong, from Hue - 100 thousand dong, from Dalat - 300 thousand, and from Nha Trang - 200 thousand dong. Tickets must be purchased in advance; they may not be available for sale on the day of departure.

Hoi Nang Hotels

Hotels at the resort are located on coastlines 1, 2 and 3. Basically, hotels with 2, 3, 4 stars are located on the 2nd and 3rd coastlines. On first coastline 5* hotels have chosen this place. They have everything a vacationer needs. There are also their own private beaches.

The more stars, the better service: hotels have a currency exchange office, their own souvenir shops, restaurants, bars, barbecues, car rentals and other amenities and services. Some hotels provide free excursions“bonus” for paying for accommodation.

Beaches near hotels with a small number of stars are municipal, i.e. free. It can be quite a long journey to get to them. Transport (motorcycle or bicycle) is not allowed on the beach, which aggravates the problem. You will have to walk or use paid parking. Fortunately, the beaches are clean and well-equipped.

Meals in BB hotels: breakfast only. Rarely do hotels in Hoi An offer HB meals: with breakfast and dinner (or lunch). Just one Sunrise Hoian Hotel Beach Resort 5* provides All Inclusive, prices are very high.

The town is small and you can walk around its streets in 2-3 hours. Hoi An has two dozen attractions. Tickets for visiting them are distributed in city information centers: small booths.

Comprehensive tickets are sold for a visit to five main attractions, and such a “comprehensive” ticket costs 120 thousand dong. In such a “booth center”, do not forget to take a map of the old city, then you will be able to figure out where is just a house and where is a museum or gallery. After all, all the houses are old, so visually they can very easily be mistaken for a landmark.

The small town of Hoi An (Vietnam) is located in the central part of the country, 30 km from Da Nang.

The history of Hoi An goes back more than 2000 years; in the 16th century, this city was known as a large port of the South China Sea and a trading center for all of Southeast Asia.

Hoi An is located on the banks of the Thu Bon River, for which it is often called Venice. The only thing that offers gondola rides here is not pumped-up gondoliers, but colorful Vietnamese grandmothers.

Now Hoi An is known as an ancient city-museum, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1999.

Sights of the ancient city

The old part of the city is quite small, however, there is something to see here - many ancient buildings have survived the ravages of time, 844 of which are considered historical value.

Every day, from 8:30 to 11:00 and from 15:00 to 21:30, streets in the Old Town are blocked, and vehicle entry becomes impossible. The conditions are excellent for pedestrian tourists who want to walk around the historical center.

To see the sights in the old part of Hoi An, you need to buy tickets - they are sold at the tourist information center and at kiosks installed at the entrance to the Old Town.

On a note! There are 22 attractions that you have to pay to visit; the cost of a set of tickets to see any 5 is 120,000 VND ($6). Although the tickets indicate that they are valid for 24 hours, there is no date on them, therefore, they can be used for several days.

By the way, along with your tickets you can take a map of the Old Town of Hoi An. Although it’s impossible to get lost here, with a map it will be easier to figure out where the museum is, where the temple is, where the gallery is, and where it’s just a store - the thing is that looking at the building from the street, it’s not always possible to understand this.

Tourists visiting Hoi An's historic center are asked to respect national culture and dress decently: it is advisable for men to wear a shirt, and for women to wear long sleeves that cover their knees.

Covered Japanese Bridge

Walking around the Old Town, you cannot help but see the Japanese Covered Bridge, which is almost the main local attraction. Cau Nhat Ban is recognized as a symbol of Hoi An, it is even depicted on the city coat of arms.

Back in 1593, this bridge was built by the Japanese living in Hoi An to connect the Tran Phu and Nguyen Thi Minh Hai streets separated by the Thu Bon River.

The Japanese bridge has the shape of an arch and reaches a length of 18 meters. Constructed of wood and tiles, it is distinguished by its unusual architecture: a dark burgundy roof with exquisite carved patterns, a temple located right in the middle of the bridge, statues of a dog and a monkey standing at opposite ends of the bridge.

To cross the Japanese Bridge, you need to pay 1 ticket. To continue your walk further, you can return across the nearby bridge, and you no longer need to pay for this.

The active shrine of Quan Cong is a must see in Hoi An! It is located at 24 Chan Fu Street.

The temple is very ancient, it was built by the Chinese in 1653, dedicating it to the hero of folk myths Quan Kong - his papier-mâché statue, partially covered with gold, is installed in the center of the sanctuary.

The gutters for draining rainwater on the roof are very original - they are made in the shape of a carp, symbolizing endurance in Chinese mythology.

Note! Before entering the temple, you need to take off your shoes - there is a special platform for this.

Fujian Chinese Community Meeting Hall

There are 5 Assembly Halls in the city, but Phuc Kien is the largest and most famous of them. Even if you look at the sights of Hoi An (Vietnam) in the photo, you can understand how beautiful the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Community is.

Having settled in Hoi An, the visiting Chinese built Assembly Halls where they could pray to their gods and communicate, where they had the opportunity to preserve the traditions of their people. This building was built by the Chinese from Fujian province at the end of the 17th century.

The building looks like a hieroglyph representing the number “3”. In the spacious courtyard there are statues of Buddha and his disciples, and there is a fountain decorated with animal figures. Most of the building is dedicated to the temple of the goddess of the sea, patron of fishermen and all those who travel by sea. The Hall contains a large number of statues and bells made of bronze.

Interesting to know! As in most temples, you can leave a note here with your cherished wish. Once a year, the monks choose cards at random and all pray together for their wishes to come true.

What else is interesting about Hoi An?

Here you can walk not only around the Old Town - there are many attractions in Hoi An (Vietnam). There is always something to see not only in the city itself, but also not far from it.

Thuan Thien Island

Thuan Thien Island is located on the east side of the center of Hoi An and can be reached by bike or bike.

Thuan Thien is famous for its culinary tour, during which tourists are taught how to cook traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

You can also take a bike ride on the island, discovering a lot of unusual things: cute fishing villages with houses on stilts, fishing from traditional round boats, unusual thickets of coconut palms on the water, spacious rice fields. In general, wandering around the island, you can observe the natural, non-tourist life of the Vietnamese.

Night market

In the evenings, many colorful lanterns are lit on the city streets, bridges and statues are illuminated. But the most interesting thing to see at this time is the night market on Nguyen Hoang Street.

It opens around 17:00 and is open until 23:00, until a shimmering twilight falls on the Khoy River.

The main thing that sets this market apart from all other Asian markets is the huge assortment of silk and paper lantern flowers that sellers make here. These products cost no more than $1, you can buy them as a memory of the trip, or you can light a candle in them and float them down the river for good luck.

The night market is a great chance to buy colorful souvenirs, interesting handicrafts, high-quality textiles and silk. As in any Asian market, you definitely need to bargain, as sellers immediately quote double the price!

In addition, there are Vietnamese macarons working here, offering to taste famous dishes local cuisine. Food can be bought at the following prices (VND):

• Cao Lau noodles – 25,000;
• Vietnamese beef soup Pho Bo – 30,000;
• 10 small pork kebabs – 50,000;
• fried rice with chicken – 40,000;
• fried spring rolls – 30,000.

Tourists often come here not only for shopping, but simply to take a walk, admire the view of the river, and look at the products in the souvenir shops.

Whole groups of tourists flock to the Marble Mountains from Hoi An, as this attraction, located 7 km from Da Nang, is the most popular in the area.

The Marble mountains are several hills in the middle of a field, covered with thickets of trees, bushes and cacti. And they are marble because marble was once mined here, but now they only sell souvenirs made from it.

On the largest mountain, everything is thought out for excursions: signs, fenced paths, staircases carved in stone, benches for relaxing, a spacious elevator for climbing to the top. There are many caves in this mountain - the largest of them, with tiled floors and lighting, house Buddhist temples with statues of Buddha.

Am Phu Cave is impressive, which is a symbol of hell and heaven. Immediately at the entrance to the cave, the descent into “hell” begins, and the images there are so realistic that it is better not to take children for an inspection. A steep staircase leads from “hell” to “paradise”, where equipped observation deck you can admire the surroundings.

There are a large number of pagodas on this mountain, the most famous, Tam Thai, was built in 1825.

• The Marble Mountains complex is open to the public from 7:00 to 17:30.
• The cost of entry to the territory is $2.
• Tickets to Am Phu Cave and caves on Thủy Sơn Mountain cost 20,000 dong ($0.75), and a one-way elevator ride costs 15,000.

You can see the Marble Mountains by purchasing a tour from a travel agency for $20-30, but it is better to travel on your own. You can get from Hoi An to the Marble Mountains on your own by taking the Hoi An – Da Nang bus, which departs from Hoi An North Bus Station. You need to go to the Marble Mountains stop, from there it’s a 5-minute walk towards the sea.

You can get to the attraction on a rented bike. Traffic on the road is relatively calm, the journey from Hoi An to the mountains takes only 15-20 minutes. There is no parking for bikes, but you can leave it for free at any cafe or store.

Hoi An beaches

An Bang Beach

Tourists come to Hoi An not only for the sights of the Old Town, but also for a seaside holiday. There are few people on the local beaches, it is quiet and calm, only on holidays and weekends do Vietnamese gather on the coast.

There are 2 beaches in Hoi An: An Bang Beach and Cua Da Beach, but there is no clear boundary between them. The beach is quite crowded in the center and completely empty on the outskirts, but at the same time it is equally comfortable everywhere. In the central part there is a very gentle entry into the water - it takes a long walk to reach the depth where you can swim. That is why it is good to relax here with children. In this part there are restaurants with a variety of food and shops, and parking is available.

Cua Da Beach

On the beaches you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas for the whole day for 40,000 VND ($2), but if you buy something in a nearby cafe or restaurant, you can get a sunbed for free. There is parking, the fee for leaving a bicycle or bike is 20,000 VND ($1). If you don’t want to pay for parking and don’t need sunbeds and umbrellas, you can go to undeveloped areas of the beach.

Standard entertainment available to tourists (prices in Vietnamese dong):

• jet skiing (15 min – 500,000, 30 min – 800,000);
• parachute riding (1 person – 600,000, 2 people – 800,000);
• Banana ride (5 people – 1,000,000).

The beaches are located at a distance of 4-5 km from the Old Town, and you can get to them:

• on foot - this is convenient only if the accommodation is located near the beach, otherwise the journey takes a lot of time;
• by taxi - according to the meter for travel from the center it will be about $3;
• by bicycle – the journey from the center will take up to 20 minutes;
• on a bike - this is the most best option.

Urban transport

To take a walk around the Old City, tourists sometimes choose a pedicabs. For a 10-minute trip you will have to pay 50,000 Vietnamese money ($2.5).

To move to more long distances suitable:

Hoi An Restaurants

Vietnam is a true paradise for lovers of tasty and healthy food. Food in Hoi An, as in Vietnam in general, is very healthy: fresh fruits and vegetables in abundance, and seafood in equal quantities. Almost all establishments have an assortment of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

There are many establishments in Hoi An where you can have a tasty and satisfying meal, and the pricing policy is quite varied. A large number of restaurants are located along the beach strip, the food there is delicious, although the prices for Vietnam are quite high (in dong):

• fried beef with sauce or pork dishes – 150,000;
• French fries – 60,000;
• vegetables (stewed, fried) – 70,000;
• seafood (crabs, mussels, squid, shrimp, fish) – 200,000;
• salads – 100,000;
• soup – 75,000;
• juice – 40,000;
• beer – from 20,000.

In the restaurants of the Old Town, prices are generally more modest:

Pho soup

• soups – 50,000;
• squid with sauces – from 70,000 to 85,000;
• shrimp – from 90,000 to 120,000;
• Cao Lau noodles – 50,000;
• fried rice with vegetables and beef – 60-80,000;
• draft beer – from 12,000;
• bottled beer - from 15,000.

Fine dining restaurants

Among the more expensive establishments in Hoi An, the following can be noted.

The Restaurant at The Nam Hai Hoi An

Refers to The Nam Hai Hotel, located at Hamlet 1, Dien Duong Village. It offers Asian and Vietnamese cuisine - from fresh seafood to meat - and prepared by the chef himself. Impeccable style and service.

Bong Hoi An Restaurant And Bar at 244 Cua Dai Street

This is a brewpub where tourists can try Asian and Vietnamese cuisine. It's a family run business with only 1 chef so the restaurant is usually crowded, but the food is worth the wait! In this establishment you can even take part in master classes where they teach you how to cook traditional food Vietnam. The host of the master class picks up the participants from the hotel, goes with them to the local market to buy the necessary products, and then comes with them to the restaurant. During the master class, you can not only learn the secrets of culinary skills, but also hear a lot of interesting things about life in Vietnam.

Aubergine49 Restaurant

Located 1 km from the city center, at 49A Ly Thai To, Cam Chau Ward is a great option for those who don't like or are already tired of Vietnamese delicacies. The French food here is very tasty, although there is also Asian cuisine. The service is very good and there is parking in front of the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Budget establishments

In Hoi An, you can dine in more modest establishments, and it will be no less tasty and satisfying.

The Kebab Shack

British fastwood cuisine is offered by The Kebab Shack, located at 38B Thai Phien, Cam Pho. There is a large selection of dishes and low prices, for example, a very tasty and filling kebab with pork and potatoes costs 50,000 VND. There is free Wi-Fi.

Guitar Hawaii Hoi An Live Music Bar

There is no nightlife in the city, restaurants close early. However, there are a couple of attractive places where you can have a drink and a bite to eat while listening to some good music.

1. Guitar Hawaii Hoi An Live Music Bar is open from 20:00 to 23:00. Location: 3 Phan Chau Trinh. Beer and juices cost $2-3, cocktails cost $4.
2. 3 Dragons Sports Bar is open at 51 Phan Boi Chau Street from 08:00 to 00:00. Foreign sports fans usually come here. You can buy beer here for $2, cocktails for $4, and a bottle of wine for $20-25.

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How to get to Hoi An from Nha Trang

By bus

The best option for getting from Nha Trang to Hoi An is to take a bus. The travel time is 12 hours, and since the buses in Vietnam are good, the trip is quite comfortable. Tickets cost around 200,000 VND, but during long holidays the price increases by 20-50%. It is better to buy tickets in advance, especially if the trip is planned on weekends or holidays.

Transportation is provided by Futabus (futabus.vn), The Sinh Tourist (www.thesinhtourist.vn). The current schedule and ticket prices can be viewed on the indicated websites.

You can take a taxi by ordering a car from one of the tourist offices (Russian or English speaking). Prices in all offices are different, you need to ask and choose the most suitable option. You can also order a taxi online. If there will be a lot of people traveling, then it makes sense to order a minibus, it will be more profitable.

By plane

Danang International Airport

You can fly to Hoi An from Nha Trang by plane. There is a direct flight with Vietnam Airlines, a ticket in this case will cost about $60, the flight lasts 1 hour. There are VietJet or Jetstar flights, in which case you need to make a transfer in Ho Chi Minh City - in time it will take 4-6 hours, and in money it will cost approximately $150. Planes land in Da Nang, from there you can take a taxi or take the Danag - Hoi An bus, which departs from the city bus station.

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When is the best time to visit Hoi An?

In Vietnam, and Hoi An is no exception, it is customary to distinguish between the dry season and the rainy season.

The rainy season lasts from September to early January. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in October-November - at this time there are heavy rains, there may be typhoons, and floods often occur.

The dry season begins in January and ends in August. This period is considered optimal for a trip to Hoi An (Vietnam). The best time for an excursion tour is from January to April, when the temperature is still quite comfortable and the walks will be easy and pleasant. It is better to come for a beach holiday from June to August, when the sea is already well warmed up and you can swim.

This video captures the atmosphere of Hoi An well. And there is also a lot in it useful information for those interested to visit the city.

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